ObjectiveTo review research articles utilizing mobile applications with adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients.Materials and methodsWe identified articles via online searches and reference lists (eg, PsycInfo, PubMed). Articles were reviewed by two study team members for target population, stated purpose, technological utilization, sample size, demographic characteristics, and outcome data. Strengths and weaknesses of each study were described.ResultsOf 19 identified manuscripts, six met full inclusion criteria for this review (four smartphone applications and two tablet applications). One additional article that included an application not specific to oncology but included AYA patients with cancer within the target sample was also reviewed. Uses of these applications included symptom tracking, pain management, monitoring of eating habits following bone marrow transplant, monitoring of mucositis, and improving medication management. Utility results from pilot studies are presented.ConclusionMobile applications are growing in number and increasingly available to AYAs with and without chronic illness. These applications may prove useful in helping to support AYAs throughout their cancer treatment and beyond. However, few applications provide empirical data supporting their utility. Numerous strengths and benefits of these applications include increased accessibility to educational resources and self-management strategies, more frequent physical and emotional symptom tracking, and increased access to peer support. Despite these strengths, numerous limitations are identified, highlighting the need for future research in this area.

Guidelines for conducting effective exposure treatment with anxious youth emphasize preparation for and processing of the exposure task as important elements, but limited research has examined these guidelines. Using multiple regression, this study evaluated the extent to which independent observers' ratings of preparation and processing of in-session exposure tasks were associated with treatment outcome in a sample of 61 anxiety-disordered youth. Results indicated that preparation for exposure was not related to outcome, but postevent processing of the exposure task was significantly associated with clinician-rated diagnostic improvements. Exploratory analyses suggest that treatment responders were more likely to be assigned between-session exposure tasks as "homework" and were more likely to be rewarded for their efforts in session. Although time is spent preparing youth for exposure tasks, the activities that occur after the task is conducted are influential in reducing youth anxiety over the course of treatment. Additional implications and future directions are discussed.

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Background: Promoting resilience in healthcare workers is a well-studied area that has taken on new significance in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Extant literature suggests a need to expand resiliency efforts, with a recommended focus on multimodal approaches. Purpose:The present account describes the unique challenges faced by one urban, northeastern academic medical center during the COVID-19 crisis in promoting resiliency in their healthcare workers at all levels, with the related aim of examining feasibility and acceptability of doing so.Methods: A review of existing procedures targeting wellness and resiliency at this hospital was completed. A literature review was conducted with regard to promoting resiliency and preventing burnout, with emphasis placed on case studies from other institutions during the pandemic. Post-intervention surveys were conducted to assess feasibility and acceptability.Results: A multi-component approach was created based on a review of the literature and all available information. The current report focuses on the first five weeks of that effort, the results of which suggest sufficient feasibility and high acceptability among those surveyed. Common themes raised in support sessions are also identified and discussed. Conclusions:The challenges raised by COVID-19 are significant, with a high probability of impact on the wellbeing of health care workers. Targeting resiliency now may be a key factor in preventing pathological responses later. The current approach appears feasible and acceptable with regard to targeting key resiliency areas. Future studies should focus on the longer term outcomes of these efforts.

One to two-thirds of all medically admitted patients have comorbid psychiatric concerns. To address the cognitive, behavioral, and emotional factors that affect medical hospitalization, psychological or psychiatric consultation-liaison (CL) services are consulted. The current study was designed to understand patient satisfaction with a CL psychology service and how it was associated with satisfaction with overall hospitalization, taking into consideration relevant factors. Adults medically admitted to an academic teaching hospital (N = 220), who were seen at least once by the CL psychology service, completed satisfaction and demographic questionnaires. Most patients reported being satisfied with the CL psychology service, with women reporting higher satisfaction than men. Satisfaction with the CL psychology service was associated with satisfaction with overall hospitalization, but did not differ based on age, race/ethnicity, education, income, length of stay, number of visits, or presence of psychiatric diagnosis. The results suggest that CL psychology services may contribute to improving overall patient experience.